The rebirth of Lower East Side galleries Like most areas in New York City, the Lower East Side has seen a great deal of change over the years. What was once one of the most undesirable areas in the city has now become a mecca for the young and hip who flock there to indulge in drinking […]
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Governors Island: What You Have to Know
Governors Island is unlike anywhere else in New York City. It’s a 172-acre playground in New York Harbor, just 800 yards from Lower Manhattan—and, yes, it’s an island! With remarkable views of the Manhattan skyline and the Statue of Liberty, Governors Island is admission-free and open for picnics, biking, tours, exhibits, performances and events. For […]
Bushwick, Brooklyn: A Visitors Guide
Bushwick is one of New York’s hottest neighborhoods. A former working-class, industrial district in northeast Brooklyn, Bushwick has evolved into a bohemian enclave – home to experimental art, avant-garde performance, affordable craft cocktails and sustainable eats. The neighborhood’s relaxed “go local” philosophy makes it easy to immerse yourself in Bushwick’s abundant culture. To help plan […]
A Perfect Day in Williamsburg, Brooklyn
It seems everyone is heading to Brooklyn’s Williamsburg…and with good reason. Williamsburg is full of fantastic experiences, from artisanal eats to waterfront fun to creative offerings. The neighborhood is easily accessible from Manhattan – less than 15 minutes by subway – making it is an ideal “day trip.” To make the most of your excursion, […]
The Lower East Side: Exploring Lower Manhattan’s Hot ‘Hood
America is a “melting pot,” and New York’s Lower East Side? The heart of the cauldron. For two centuries, the neighborhood has been the crowded, chaotic home to wave after wave of immigrants. The energy of the new arrivals infused the teeming streets, and the culture that developed on the Lower East Side profoundly changed […]
NYC’s Classic Italian Neighborhoods
New York City welcomed millions of Italian immigrants in the late 19th and 20th Centuries, becoming home to the nation’s largest Italian population. The new Italian Americans created tight-knit communities in which they established churches, communal organizations, continued cherished traditions, and produced plenty of great food. While most of the Italian immigrant families have left […]
Italians of New York City
New York has been called “the Italian American capital” because it is home to the largest Italian American population in the U.S. There are Italian communities in all five boroughs of the city, most with deep roots in their area. Italians helped build the modern city and have made a profound impact on NYC’s arts, […]